2022 CHEERS! A Publication by Something New

Cheers!

A PUBLICATION BY SOMETHING NEW, CELEBRATING ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL

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EDITOR'S LETTER Dear friend!

Congratulations on your recent engagement! Are you ready to find the most beautiful gown you will ever wear? All the gowns you will see in our store have been carefully selected and crafted with you in mind. Every one of our dresses is constructed from the finest fabrics to flatter your figure and have you look your best on your wedding day.

We have all types of styles to accommodate how unique you are. I’ve worked to put hand touches on numerous styles and designs to help you feel absolutely beautiful on your wedding day.

We have been told time and time again that not only do our brides love our dresses, but even more, they love the way we take care of them in our store...where life’s worth celebrating!

As the owner of Something New, I want to personally invite you to schedule a visit or come on into our store and let us show you what it means to be a “Something New bride”.

Looking forward to meeting you,

Mindi Linscombe

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Life’s Worth Celebrating!

Welcome to Something New

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Something New Brides Top 5 things,“I loved most about my wedding!”

2021 Brooklyn Grace Look Book Clay Venues

by Tina Joiner Photography

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4 Factors in a Dress Price Makings of a Something New Dress

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Party Member Guides

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Something New Bridal Party Inspo Latest trends and Styles for your day

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The Anatomy Of A Tuxedo A visual guide to men’s formalwear

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Your Wedding Planning Calendar 12 month planning guide for your wedding day

Checklists for every member of your bridal party

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a real customer standing there in the store. I eventually found my gown, but had to go to great lengths -- even out of state -- to find the experience for which I had hoped.”

Her frustrating experience led her and her husband, Jordan, to open their store to create a better experience for brides and to ensure that no other bride would go through what she did.

Since Something New opened in 2008, thousands of brides all across the country have flocked to the beautiful store.

Brides tell us that they come not only for a beautiful and quality gown in a stunning setting, but for the “Something New experience.”

“When I searched for my own bridal gown for my wedding, it started off as a very disappointing experience,” says Mindi.

“Many of the places I went treated me like a number or blatantly cared more about their dresses than they did me,

Brides come to Something New rather than somewhere else because they know they will be celebrated, treated with personal attention, and find exactly what they want for their big day.

“My experience at Something New was amazing,” bride Christy says. “As soon as my mom and I walked in the door, they had smiling faces and were completely engaging. My consultant was wonderful and made me feel like I was the only one there. I was from out-of-state, like completely across the country, and she didn’t even flinch. When I initially tried on “my dress,” but felt I needed some time to mull in over, there was absolutely no pressure! As soon as I walked back in their doors to officially make it real, they were so excited for me. All the staff members were amazing; they worked as a team helping each other when one of them had questions. I even heard one of them say, ‘I wear my Apple Watch so when one of my brides has a question, they text me and I can get right back to them.’ Amazing customer service in my mind! Thank you for making this such a great experience!”

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As a recently engaged bride, the home to Colorado’s greatest bridal experience invites you to make an appointment where you can see what brides from all over are raving about: the brand new 10,000 square foot building, elegant lighting, the personal bridal suites and stylists, and a truly celebratory shopping experience that puts the bride first.

This season, Something New’s exclusive in-house line, the Brooklyn Grace Collection, features brand new styles and fresh looks that were hand-picked by Mindi and the team. Curated by Mindi, the Brooklyn Grace collection was inspired by the birth of her daughter, Brooklyn Grace Linscombe, born after three boys.

“Over the years, I have gleaned tremendous insight into what brides really want by going through a process of alterations and sketching gowns side by side with brides,” says Mindi. “I have used that knowledge to create this amazing collection of gowns that I would love for my own daughter to wear!

This experience has allowed my team and I to put together an incredible collection of designs and styles we love, for ourselves and our own daughters.”

Brooklyn Grace Collection will allow brides to give back through Compassion International and Colorado Children’s Hospital. Compassion International aims to positively impact long-term development of children living in poverty through child sponsorship and humanitarian aid. Children’s Hospital Colorado is one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation and has a very special personal connection with the Something New family.

“I am so blessed to be able to contribute to and be a part of the missions of these organizations,” says Mindi. “We’re excited to be able to give back to such noble causes. I invite you to learn more about what they do at www.compassion. com and www.childrenscolorado.org.”

The 2022 Brooklyn Grace Collection will feature a wonderful balance of classic looks, destination gown options, and

“Throughout the last year, my team and I have been hard at work selecting designs for the 2022 Brooklyn Grace Collection,” continues Mindi. “I know you’ll love it as much as we do. The designs are gorgeous, and the dresses are high-quality. I have worked hard to put my own unique touches on every single style.”

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daring yet elegant gowns with cathedral-length trains and hand beading.

“After my daughter was born, I kept thinking about the fact that every bride is someone’s daughter,” says Mindi.

“I want the very best for my own daughter, and I wanted this collection to reflect that. Every bride, every daughter, deserves to feel so loved, treasured, and special on their day.”

There are many amazing wedding professionals who have worked hard to help tell the Brooklyn Grace story! The beautiful pictures of 2022 Brooklyn Grace gowns you see in this magazine are the result of a hand-picked team of incredible talent. Tina Joiner Photography worked with us to create these amazing images at Clay Venues. Through 90+ degree weather and a pandemic, we were able to capture some spectacular moments in these gorgeous dresses!

Mindi invites you to come and see this stunning collection in person.

The Brooklyn Grace Collection pulls from Mindi’s personal experience in being a bride and her experience working with so many wonderful brides at Something New, carefully listening to what brides of all ages and body types want for their big day. To see the new line, please call us or visit online to schedule your appointment!

“I can hardly wait for you to come in to see these new looks on you and your friends,” says Mindi. “We look forward to getting to know you and hearing about the current chapter of your unique wedding story. Also, if you know someone engaged, please be sure to share this story with them!”

Mindi and all the stylists at Something New find great satisfaction in helping brides find the perfect dress that will bring out their confidence and beauty. After meeting Mindi and seeing how she and her staff care for the brides that come into her store, it is our hope that you or a bride you know will have the chance to have the experience of being assisted in your search for the perfect wedding gown by this exceptional trendsetter in the bridal industry.

Get ready for the experience of a lifetime by calling Something New at (719) 282-6500 or visiting our website at www.somethingnewboutique.com. Set up your appointment and find your Something New!

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FOR EVERY CHILD WHO NEEDS US As a nonprofit hospital, investments from compassionate individuals, foundations, and corporations fuel our world-class pediatric care and research that save children’s lives.

Jalen, cancer survivor and a southern Colorado ambassador for Children’s Hospital Colorado

Together, we are catalysts for change. When you give to Children’s Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs, you give health, healing and hope for kids and families living in southern Colorado.

Created by Something New, the Brooklyn Grace Collection is designed & curated with a heart to care for every daughter as our own -- helping them know how special, unique and deserving of the best that they are. A portion of the proceeds from every dress in the collection is contributed to Children’s Hospital Colorado. Brides can walk down the aisle in their Brooklyn Grace gown knowing that they’re helping ensure a child has the best opportunity to grow up and live out those dreams.

Contact Us

111 S. Tejon Street, Suite 309 Colorado Springs, CO 80903

719-266-3597 SupportChildrensColorado.org

HEARTFELT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY for elegant and compassionate couples

Tina Joiner Photography had the honor of photographing Something New’s 2022 wedding dress line which is featured throughout this magazine. Tina’s work has led her all over the world and she has been published in over 175 magazines and blogs, including six magazine covers. She has been named a top 100 photographer in the world by Shoot and Share, she is a seven time gold winner of the Gazette’s Best of the Springs for Wedding Photography, and she is also a recipient of The Knot’s Hall of Fame Wedding Photographer Award. Let Tina Joiner Photography tell your love story.

719.964.0168 | www.tinajoiner photography.com

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Our dresses are made from the finest fabrics available, including italian matte satin, silks, chiffon, taffeta, and organza to adorn you on your wedding day.

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Inner Lining And Construction The more boning and inner construction, the higher the price of a gown. The price of alterations also goes down as well since the dresses fit so much better.

Ornamentation Some of our wedding gowns have over 10,000 individually sewn beads on a dress that can take on highly skilled seamstress 38 days just to sew on: other ornamentation can include lace, bead work, appliqués, and stunning patterns that will cause you, your fiancé and your guests to gasp in amazement when they see you.

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The Skill Of The Seamstress Constructing Your Gown Every single gown at our store is hand sketched and designed with the most luxurious and exquisite fabrics available and are hand sewn by the most talented artisans on the planet. Every gown at our store is hand selected by members of our staff to be the perfect gown for each of our wonderful brides!

Many of our highly coveted and stunning gowns will not be seen at any other bridal salon in our area.

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4 Reasons Why You May Choose A Less Expensive Bridal Store

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You’re Afraid You Won’t Be A Priority With Our Consultants

Given that our store is one of the largest and most highly recommended bridal salons in Colorado, you might think that you’ll fall through the cracks or be just a number because we work with so many brides.

Many brides think they can get a better selection from a large box retailer or a more personalized service from a smaller, less successful boutique.

The reality is that you can have both! At Something New, our goal is to celebrate you and help you find your wedding dress from the literal hundreds of options we have in all sizes with our fun and easy bridal experience. You’ve already got so much going on with your wedding planning that another standard appointment and more hassle isn’t what you’re looking for.

What you need is a personal bridal stylist who is an impeccably focused and trained bridal expert, someone who listens, AND someone who really cares about getting to know your wants and needs regarding what you’ll wear when you say “I do.”

You won’t have to compromise with amazing selection AND personalized service. There’s no need to sacrifice because you’re dealing with one of America’s top bridal retailers, and every highly trained member of our team is focused on giving you the VIP treatment you deserve.

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Don’t just take our word for it. Consider what recent bride Rosilynn Willardson said about her experience at our store.

“When I walked into your store, I didn’t think I’d find anything,” Rosilynn said. “I am very picky, and I wanted something simple but elegant. I had been to many other stores and found things that came close but weren’t “The Dress.” My stylist was extremely nice and quick even though she was with another bride that day. After a few, though, I became discouraged, but my ever-cheerful stylist said there was one last dress she knew I’d love. I tried it on, and as soon as I stepped in front of the mirror, I knew it was “The Dress.” It was simple, elegant, and I looked amazing in it. To make it even better, it was under budget! I am so glad I went to your store to get my perfect wedding dress! I can’t wait to wear it on my big day!”

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You’ve Heard From A Friend That A Certain Store Gives Crazy Discounts And Deals To Brides If You Ask Them

We certainly understand the temptation to give business to a friend or to another store you may have already been to, especially if that store has offered to cut their price to give you a deal. To be blunt, there’s no point in wasting your time or ours attempting to negotiate prices -- we don’t discount the price of our dresses.

If you have already been to another store, and they’ve offered you a big discounted price, here are three cautions you’ll want to keep in mind: First, any store that cuts prices must also cut and compromise the service and the quality of the overall experience they can provide at their store, and that means less for you in the long run.

Second, any store that cuts their prices reveals a mindset about how they sell. It suggests that they will be quickly and easily willing to reduce the other benefits you may get when you buy your dress from them.

Third, any bridal store that is discounting their prices significantly must really need the business, and that may tell you something about how happy his or her brides really are and the small number of individuals who refer their friends and family to come to their store and buy from them. At our store, over 75% of all brides who buy from us are the direct result of an invitation or referral from a friend or family member.

With these things in mind, you should very thoroughly question any bridal store about their experience, how many referrals they get, and how varied the prices are between what is priced and what is actually sold.

Your wedding gown isn’t just any dress. It is probably the most important formal gown you will ever wear.

It is a significant purchase, and you don’t want to be pushed into it or settle for something simply because of an over-promising retailer who just can’t deliver on what they’re selling. Please don’t make this mistake.

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You think that all bridal stores are basically the same, and do basically the same thing

We hope after reviewing this magazine and discovering all of the differences about our store, that you’ll understand how untrue that statement really is.

Certainly, all bridal stores sell wedding dresses in the same broad, general sense. But this is like saying all doctors and hospitals do basically the same things. However, there are certain hospitals with a much higher success rate with heart operations than other hospitals. There are doctors whom affluent, knowledgeable patients travel great distances to see, and there are doctors who struggle to get enough patients to barely make out a living in their hometowns.

We have engineered our entire approach on selling wedding gowns to attract brides who have a profound preference for “the best,” -- for having the most respected, qualified, and capable professionals handle every detail in preparation for their wedding.

These same individuals are the brides, who if they have a medical need, they seek out the best doctor, not just any doctor. If this describes you, then you know very well that all bridal stores simply cannot be the same. So, for the most important gown you may ever wear, we invite you to seek out and choose the most experienced and successful team of bridal stylists you can.

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It doesn’t matter what kind of bridal stylist helps me find my dress -- I pretty much know what I want anyway

Very honestly, it may be true that you know exactly what you’re looking for, or feel that you can find your dress on your own without any help. Obviously, if you are certain about what you’re looking for, we want to help you find your dream dress as soon as we possibly can.

However, there can be a very big difference between finding a wedding gown and finding the perfect wedding gown that will fit perfectly to your figure. Experience and a successful track record of helping literally thousands of brides find a dress that perfectly sculpts to their figure is something you’ll really appreciate.

The experience and successful track record of a bridal stylist really does matter. Here’s why: you not only want to find a beautiful wedding dress for your big day, but you want it to fit you perfectly and stun all of the guests at your wedding. You want to find the perfect dress efficiently, without being embroiled in messy details that will cause you unnecessary frustration and stress, which will disrupt your life and wedding planning. You want a smooth and easy experience. This is the kind of totally satisfying experience we pride ourselves on delivering to every bride who walks through our doors, evidenced by the thousands of very happy brides that our stylists have served over the past 14 years; and you can find these thrilled brides’ own comments and stories on our website or review platforms like Google, WeddingWire, or The Knot.

Given these four reasons you are now probably considering, we hope that you’ll schedule an appointment with one of our caring and expert bridal stylists to help you find your dress.

In helping thousands of brides over the years to find their dream dress, we’ve identified the following key factors that our best brides share: •

A preference for working with the most professional experts in the industry

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Arrives at their decision in a thoughtful manner and says “yes to the dress” when the moment is right

If you feel like you are ready for the best experience you’ll ever have in shopping for any article of clothing (much less your beautiful wedding dress), simply call us and schedule an appointment. We’ll be happy to answer any of your questions and help prepare you for an experience you’ll always treasure and never forget.

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Top 5 things “I Loved Most About My Wedding!”

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Best Day Ever Photography- Alainna Collins

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GETTING MARRIED IN THE PLACE THAT BROUGHT US TOGETHER My husband and I met in church and it was so special to be able to get married in the House of God surrounded by the people we love the most in this world.

MOMENTS WITH MY GIRL TRIBE AND MAMA My mom is truly my everything and has always supported me. She did so much behind the scenes to make sure I had the best day ever! She walked me down the aisle and was the one to give me away. My dress reveal to my girls was so worth the wait! I had written letters to them to read as I was getting ready to come out which made it that much more emotional (the tears just kept flowing) After, my ma led us in prayer together and we enjoyed the last moments before I became a wife. I look back on those photos constantly and I will cherish those moments forever HIS SUIT I was reluctant at first when he said an ALL GREEN SUIT. However, it MADE the whole day. The color scheme was so beautiful and my maid of honor even stepped out in a bold velvet dress in the same color! It added such a unique touch to the day and made the pictures pop!

THE DRESS Coming into Something New, I was certain I would find my dress no problem. I had tried on 3 dresses and was already in love. Kristi was the BEST bride stylist and had brought out a dress that hadn’t even hit the floor yet.

She told me that no one had tried it on and that the other bridal stylists in the store hadn’t seen it on either. I honestly felt so cool in this moment knowing that no one had tried this dress on. It was THE dress, MY dress. I fell in love instantly with how different it was and all the little details in between.

OUR VILLAGE Planning a wedding is no joke! We were so blessed to have the support of our parents, friends, other family in order to pull off the day. My cousin blessed us by being our videographer along with our family friends taking our pictures. We had friends helping my coordinator with the decor at our church and venue as well. It really does take a village and it was such a blessing to have the support of everyone we love.

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MY HUSBAND I feel like it is incredibly cliche of me to even put Tyler on this list because I’m sure most people would think, “Well, OF COURSE you love your husband!” Cliche or not, he deserves acknowledgment iin this instance, not only because he is my chosen person, but because he was a huge asset in planning our wedding. It was so reassuring to know that I had such a patient partner who was willing to help make all of the decisions as a team. Tyler makes it easy for me to believe in him, in us.

Easiest yes of my life!

Caitlin Alysse Photography

THE VENUE If I had to do the wedding all over again, I would choose The Broadmoor every time. The ceremony and reception was at the Fish House, a small cabin-like structure on the grounds of their golf course. It has incredible views of the mountains, a beautiful lake, and a picturesque willow tree that all provided a stunning backdrop for the day. From the initial planning meeting, to the food, to the staff, to every small detail, The Broadmoor and our coordinator Katie (thank you, Katie and team!) truly outdid themselves for our special day.

OUR FAMILY Tyler and I desperately wanted to keep the guest list to just our close family so that we could be present with them during all of the festivities. They came from all over the country to help us celebrate, and we will forever be grateful to them for making the trip. Getting ready with my mom and walking down the aisle with my dad are memories that I will never forget.

THE DRESS I feel incredibly lucky that I found “the one” when I went to Something New. They made the whole process very easy, were very attentive to my requests, and truly created a wonderful experience for my mom and I. They never pushed me into trying anything I didn’t want, and they never pressured me into purchasing anything. The day of the wedding, when everything came together, I had the “THIS IS IT” moment. I knew looking in the mirror that I was right in following my gut because what I was looking at was exactly what I had pictured in my mind when I thought of how I wanted to look on my wedding day.

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OUR PHOTOGRAPHER It’s hard to describe just how great Caitlin from Caitlin Alysse Photography is, but I think her work speaks for itself. We felt that it was incredibly important to find someone who was a storyteller, someone whose work jumped off the screen and captured the little candid moments. After all, this person is capturing a day that goes by in a blink of an eye, and we all want to have beautiful memories to look back on! She made everything feel natural and organic, and we cannot thank her enough for her wonderful work.

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BEING TOGETHER WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY As a healthcare worker, being safe over the last 2 years for not only myself and my loved ones but the amazing humans I work with was a high priority. Unfortunately, that meant our engagement and celebrations up to the wedding were minimal. Being able to celebrate with our loved ones and seeing people we hadn’t seen in almost 2 years was amazing! It made our wedding that much more special.

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SMILES AND LAUGHTER (HEARING HOW MUCH FUN PEOPLE HAD) “That was the most fun wedding I’ve ever been to” -- hearing those words from wedding guests made all the planning worth it. We definitely had a more laid-back vibe, i.e. food trucks instead of a sit down dinner via the amazing Bowls by KO and BP Provisions, a donut wall with gluten-free and vegan options (obviously) from Deby’s gluten-free bakery instead of cake, a Spotify playlist filled with songs that we love instead of a traditional DJ or band, and the ambiance of Great Divide Brewery barrel bar allowed people to REALLY let their hair down. Thanks to Tim and his amazing team Adventures and Weddings, we get to relive it all with the best wedding video and photos I could have hoped for.

SAYING OUR VOWS IN FRONT OF EVERYONE Tyler and I decided to write our own vows.

Out of all the memories from that day, this was the most magical. Standing in front of my best friend and being able to verbalize my love for him... to make real promises to him was so special.

MY DRESS! I mean..... There aren’t really words to describe the feeling of being in a dress that makes you feel as confident as I did that day. I can’t thank Mindi and the team enough for everything they did to make sure I wore my DREAM dress: The JoJo!!

GETTING MARRIED WHERE WE GOT ENGAGED On July 20, 2020 while on a sunset hike in Genesee park (which is a place we frequent to watch the sunset as it’s only 20 minutes from our home), the love of my life got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. 14 months later on September 25, 2021, we made promises in front of all our loved ones. Promises to love, support, and cheer each other on for the rest of our lives.

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Adventures and Weddings

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MY HUSBAND! There wouldn’t have been a wedding if it hadn’t been for him! Through the entire planning process and day of the wedding, he remained my rock. As someone who works in the wedding industry, I have a lot of opinions on what I like and don’t like in a wedding, and he was incredibly understanding of that and trusted my recommendations. He truly wanted me to have the wedding I always dreamed of and went above and beyond in so many ways to make that happen.

OUR LOVE LETTERS On the morning of the wedding, we both exchanged letters and a gift to one another and read them aloud while we were getting ready. It was so special to take a moment during all of the busy preparations to read his sweet words and be reminded of the true meaning of the day. We both still have the letters that the other person wrote, and I take it out to read it from time to time. It is such a sweet reminder of the day and the love we share.

MY AMAZING VENDOR TEAM I worked with an absolutely amazing group of vendors, and I can never thank them enough for all they did for us. From the amazing experience of getting to be the first bride to find her dress in the new Something New store when it opened in 2020, to having dear friends as our photographer, videographer, and planner/florist who all absolutely blew my expectations, to the most delicious food from a special caterer friend, to our amazing DJ who even let me take to the DJ booth during the reception. The reception decor was everything I dreamed of and more! It was such a dream to work with all of them and I am so grateful to know them and to have had the honor of their presence at our wedding.

MY FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE My dad and I are very close, and we are both huge softies, so we were worried about doing a slow, emotional song for our dance together and not being able to pull ourselves together. So we danced to “Just the Two of Us” by Will Smith and it was perfect. At the end of the dance, we had it change to “It Takes Two” by Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock, and we had such a blast dancing together to that. I will never forget that special moment.

FINALLY GETTING TO HAVE OUR WEDDING CELEBRATION We originally had our wedding planned for October of 2020, but like many others, we had to reschedule it. We decided to get married anyway in 2020, but we were not able to have all of our friends and family present, so it was so special to finally have everyone come together on our one year anniversary to see us renew our vows for the ceremony and to participate in all of the special wedding traditions that we didn’t get to do the first time.

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Wedding Planning Calendar

Congratulations on your recent engagement!

As you’re enjoying the glow and excitement of your new commitment to each other, here is a wedding planning calendar to help you plan your perfect wedding.

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12 Months Out | Announce the engagement to friends and family. | Purchase your wedding gown and apparel accessories. | Choose a wedding date. | Choose and book your reception location. | Select the caterer and choose a wedding cake. | Choose a florist and start planning your wedding flowers. | Book the musical entertainment and master of ceremonies. | Find a photographer and videographer. | Write your guest list. | Make a bridal registry. | Decide on bridesmaids. | Choose the remainder of the wedding party. | Start shopping for your wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses. | Begin thinking about your preferred honeymoon location.

6 Months Out | Finalize your guest list. | Choose your invitations. | Mail invitations. | Purchase the bridesmaids dresses. | Purchase or arrange for rental of groom and groomsmen tuxedos. | Reserve rental equipment, such as tables, linens, chairs and tents. | Plan and book your honeymoon destination. | Plan the rehearsal dinner. | Arrange transportation to and from the wedding and reception.

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3 Months Out | Obtain the marriage license and request certified copies. | If you are changing your name, prepare the necessary documents. | Purchase the wedding rings. | Have the mothers of the bride and groom choose their dresses. | Confirm all catering, floral, and travel details. | Create your wedding programs. | Schedule the bridesmaids lunch. | Plan and invite everyone to the rehearsal dinner.

1 Month Out | Plan makeup and hairstyling, book professional stylists if desired. | Do a hair and makeup run through with your headpiece. | Buy a guest book. | Send wedding announcement to local newspapers, if desired. | The bride should buy a gift for the groom. | The groom should buy a gift for the bride. | Purchase wedding accessories like favors and place cards. | Finalize all music with the dj or entertainment provider.

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2 Weeks Out | Finalize all details with the caterer and give an updated guest count. | Confirm all plans with your florist. | Finalize tickets and travel arrangements for your honeymoon.

1 Week Out | Pick up your wedding gown. | Confirm honeymoon arrangements and pack for your honeymoon. | Give the wedding party their gifts. | Hold the rehearsal dinner. | Attend bachelor/bachelorette party.

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1 Day Out | Relax with family and friends. | Get wedding manicure and pedicure. | Retire early.

Wedding Day | Stay calm! | Enjoy a healthy breakfast | Visit makeup artist and hairdresser. | Get dressed for your wedding. | Savor every wonderful moment of your special day!

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Parents of the Bride CHECKLIST

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| Contribute to wedding budget | Help bride put together family’s guest list | Offer suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions | Help bride shop for her wedding gown | Choose own wedding outfit (may consult with mother of the groom about formality) | Along with maid of honor and bridesmaids, plan and host a shower | On wedding day, help bride get ready

| Contribute to the wedding budget

| Help choose hotel for out-of-town guests and reserve a block of reduced-rate rooms, create maps to be included with invitation, or anything else the couple asks for help with | Rent his own formal wear (ask couple if he’s to coordinate with wedding party) | Help pick up out-of-town guests from the airport; may also arrange transportation to and from the wedding (vans, bus, and so on) | Travel to ceremony with his daughter

| Travel to ceremony with her daughter and the father of the bride AT WEDDING

AT WEDDING | Be escorted by an usher (sometimes her son or husband) to her seat directly before the ceremony begins, if it’s a christian ceremony; in a jewish ceremony walk in procession with her husband and daughter and stand underneath huppah; in a mormon temple wedding, be seated next to the bride

| Escort his wife to her seat directly before ceremony begins; walk his daughter down the aisle as part of ceremony; in jewish wedding, walk with his wife and daughter and stand under huppah; in mormon marriage or sealing ceremony be one of the witnesses | Walk in recessional with his wife in a jewish wedding; escort mother of the bride out after wedding ceremony

AT RECEPTION AT RECEPTION

| Greet guests in receiving line

| Greet guests in receiving line

| Be announced with his wife

| Be announced with her husband

| Make a welcoming speech

| Sit in an honored place at parent’s table and next to bride in receiving line

| Sit in an honored place at parents’ table

| Help coordinate vendors

| Toast the newlyweds after best man makes his speech and groom responds

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| Host an engagement party (bride’s family traditionally gets the first opportunity)

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MOTHER

FATHER

GROOM

GROOM

I want my mother to (check all that apply):

I want my father to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

PRE-WEDDING

of the

of the

| Attend (first) engagement party if the bride’s family hosts one

| Attend (first) engagement party if the bride’s family hosts one

| Along with his wife, host an additional engagement party for groom’s side of the family

| Along with her husband, may host an additional engagement party

| Along with his wife, contribute to the wedding budget

| Contribute to wedding budget | Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions | Help groom put together guest list | Offer suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions | If close to the bride, help shop for her wedding gown

| Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions | Rent his own formal wear (ask couple if he’s to coordinate with wedding party); attend fittings as needed | Along with his wife, plan rehearsal dinner | On wedding day, travel to ceremony with the groom and best man

| Choose own wedding outfit (may consult with mother of the bride about formality) | Along with maid of honor and bridesmaids, plan and host a shower | Along with her husband, plan and host the rehearsal dinner

AT WEDDING | Be escorted by an usher (sometimes her son or husband) to her seat directly before the ceremony begins, if it’s a Christian ceremony; in a Jewish ceremony walk in procession with her husband and daughter and stand underneath huppah; in a Mormon temple wedding, be seated next to the bride

AT WEDDING | May escort his wife to her seat right before mother of the bride is seated and before ceremony begins; if it’s a Jewish wedding, walk down the aisle with his wife and son and stand under huppah; in Mormon marriage or sealing ceremony be one of the witnesses | Walk in recessional with his wife in a Jewish wedding; escort his wife out after wedding party and bride’s parents

AT RECEPTION | Greet guests in receiving line

AT RECEPTION

| Be announced with his wife

| Greet guests in receiving line

| Make a welcoming speech

| Be announced with her husband | Sit in an honored place at parent’s table and next to bride in receiving line

| Sit in an honored place at parents’ table | Toast the newlyweds

| Help coordinate vendors

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| Contact mother of the bride if the families are not acquainted

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GROOMSMEN

I want my bridesmaids to (check all that apply):

I want my groomsmen to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

PRE-WEDDING

| Help shop for dress

| Help choose formal wear

| Go on at least one bridesmaid dress shopping trip (except for out of town maids)

| Go for fittings and alterations as needed

| Go for fittings and alterations as needed

| Help plan and attend bachelor party

| Help with wedding planning errands

| Attend couple’s shower

| Help plan shower and/or bachelorette party

AT WEDDING | If also serving as an usher, stand at door ready to escort guests to their seats

AT WEDDING | Walk single file in the procession along with other bridesmaids

| Stand with groom, best man, and other groomsmen at the altar or stage as ceremony is about to begin

| Stand in line in front of altar or stage, or sit with other bridesmaids

| Stand in line or sit with other groomsmen during ceremony

| Walk in recessional paired with a groomsmen

| Walk in recessional paired with a bridesmaid

AT RECEPTION

AT RECEPTION

| Be announced at reception

| Be announced at reception

| Sit at head table

| Sit at head table | Take part in first dance

FLOWER GIRL(S)

RING BEARER

I want my flower girl(s) to (check all that apply):

I want my ring bearer to (check all that apply):

| Attend shower with mother

| Attend shower with mother

| Walk in processional directly before the bride (possibly with the ring bearer) carrying a bouquet, wearing a floral head wreath, and/or scattering flower petals from a basket

| Walk in processional directly before the bride (possibly with flower girl) carrying a ring pillow with the wedding bands (most couples entrust the real ones to the best man)

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Honor Attendants CHECKLIST

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I want my maid of honor to (check all that apply):

I want my best man to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

PRE-WEDDING

| Help bride shop for gown

| Help groom shop for formal wear

| Help bride shop for bridesmaid dresses

| Coordinate tux fittings and payments

| Spread word about couple’s registry

| Plan the couple’s shower and/or bachelor party

| Coordinate bridesmaids’ dress orders, payment, and fittings

| Spread word about couple’s registry

| Plan shower and/or bachelorette party

| Arrange groomsmen’s travel and lodging

| Offer assistance with planning tasks | Create a wedding-day emergency kit

| Offer assistance with planning tasks | Organize groomsmen on wedding day

| Organize bridesmaids on wedding day

AT WEDDING AT WEDDING | Walk down the aisle directly before the bride (if no flower girl)

| Stand at front with groom and other groomsmen as procession begins (or walk in, in a Jewish ceremony) or sit with groom’s family in temple ceremony | Carry bride’s (or both) wedding ring(s) (if requested)

| Adjust bride’s train at altar

| Walk in recessional with bride’s honor attendant

| Hold bride’s bouquet during the vows

| Sign marriage license as a witness (if requested)

| Carry groom’s wedding ring (if no ring bearer) | Walk in recessional with best man | Organize programs, tossing petals, and so on | Sign marriage license as witness (if requested)

AT RECEPTION | Stand in receiving line | Sit at head table next to bride | Serve as toastmaster, making first toast to couple

AT RECEPTION | Stand in receiving line | Help bride bustle her gown | Sit at head table next to groom

| Dance with maid of honor during first dance (if wedding party is involved) | Help ‘host’ party (make introductions, get people dancing, etc.)

| Make toast to the couple

| Help direct vendors - caterer, photographer, band - as needed

| Help ‘host’ party (make introductions, get people dancing, etc.)

| Help groom give out final payments and tips to vendors

| Dance with best man during first dance (if wedding party is involved)

| Collect gifts and gift checks brought to the reception

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BEST MAN

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Tuxedo Style. Color. Formality

Will Your Day Be Formal, Informal, Colorful, Classic, Trendy, Or Modern?

The Style Of Your Wedding Will Play An Important Role In What You Choose For Your Men’s Formalwear.

FIT SHIRTS Shirts provide another opportunity to add character to your wedding day attire. The basic color for shirts are white and ivory, which should be based off the brides wedding dress. Microfiber material is the latest most popular material today providing a very smooth texture and feel and often many color options. The sleeve should be a little longer than your jacket to allow a little sliver of the shirt and cuff links to show.

Choosing the right fit for the right body type is so important. Most men nowadays opt for the slim-fit tuxedo for a more modern and tailored look. The Traditional fit is more boxy, and then the Ultra Slim fit is the most trendy.

THE JACKET The Jacket a very important piece to your tuxedo look. The build of the groom and wedding party should be one major factor on which you base your decision.

TIES Ties come in many different styles, patterns, and colors. Bow ties are typically more classic and formal and are often a solid color. The windsor tie has become increasingly popular in recent years. Typically, the groom’s tie will match the color of the bridal gown, while the groomsmen’s will match the bridesmaids’ dresses.

LAPEL Peak lapel is most common and traditional.

While the Notch Lapel is most popular, most rentals have this. The Shawl Lapel is very traditional but not the best choice for rounder bodies.

SOCKS

CUFF LINKS & STUDS Cuff links and Studs give your shirt a very polished look. The style of your wedding should be kept in mind when picking out all accessories.

POCKET SQUARES

ACCESSORIES Accessories put the finishing touches on your whole wedding day look. You may choose to have the men in your wedding wear neither a vest nore cummerbund if you are going for a more casual look.

Pocket Squares are a great way to add a splash of color to your tux jacket. Many people match the pocket square with the tie they have chosen.

Wear long dress socks to avoid showing any skin when you sit. A lot of men these days choose the socks to express their unique style and personality with different patterns and colors.

THE TROUSERS SHOES Shoes should be the last thing you pick out. You should only pick shoes that match once you have the rest of the tux all figured out.

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The trousers for the tuxedo jacket will be determined somewhat by the jacket you’ve selected. In general, the same style and color trousers should be worn throughout the men in the wedding party.

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